Mathematics - Assistant Teaching Professor
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Mathematics - Assistant Teaching Professor
The Department of Mathematics in the College of Arts and Sciences invites applicants for a position of Assistant Teaching Professor of Mathematics, beginning August 2025. This is a one-year, non-tenure track position with potential for renewal and promotion.
Responsibilities:
- Responsibilities of this position include teaching 24 credit hours in Mathematics and/or Statistics per academic year to both math majors and non-majors. The area of mathematical specialty is open. Teaching Faculty are primarily responsible for teaching, advising students, contributing to the general education curriculum, and service to the university.
- A master’s in mathematics is required; a Ph.D. is preferred.
- Teaching experience in higher education is preferred.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
The successful candidate will actively promote a collegial environment and consciously apply our mission and values to create a culture of inclusion and belonging; a safe space where all may thrive and succeed. They will demonstrate that we are "Stronger Together" as described in the Office for Diversity & Inclusion's Mission and Vision statements.
Application Instructions:
Applications must include: a cover letter, the completed AMS cover sheet, curriculum vitae, a statement describing teaching philosophy, and unofficial graduate transcripts. Three letters of reference will be requested (from semi-finalists only) at a later time.
Only electronic submissions will be considered. Our review of applications will begin November 1, 2024, and conclude when the position is filled.
Other details
- Job Family Faculty
- Job Function Faculty
- Pay Type Salary
- Required Education Master’s Degree
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